Emirates to operate world’s largest Starlink-enabled fleet

Airline’s Wi-Fi solution available free from November 23

Emirates will deploy Starlink Wi-Fiacross its entire in-service fleet, beginning with Boeing 777 aircraft in November 2025, completing the rollout by mid-2027. 

The free, ultra-fast service delivers ground-quality internet at cruising altitude, reinforcing the airline's long-standing commitment to industry-leading inflight connectivity.

Starlink connectivity will enable Emirates customers to stream content, game, make calls, work, and browse social media throughout their journey on both seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously. 

According to Emirates, ‘the integration delivers connected experiences at scale across all cabin classes’.

Emirates plans to install Starlink on all its in-service fleet – comprising 232 aircraft in the next two years. The airline has already equipped its first aircraft with Starlink on A6-EPF, the Boeing 777-300ER currently on display at the Dubai Airshow, where visitors can experience high-speed connectivity firsthand while on the ground.

The first Emirates commercial passenger flight with Starlink will depart immediately following the Airshow as A6-EPF re-enters service, marking the start of an accelerated fleet-wide rollout. 

The airline will fit-out approximately 14 aircraft per month with Starlink, with installation on the Airbus A380 fleet commencing in February 2026.

It is primed to install two antennae on each Boeing 777 aircraft, and an industry-first three antennae on each Airbus A380, ensuring the highest levels of connectivity, capacity and coverage across every cabin class for a better customer experience. 

Emirates will also make Live TV over Starlink available, initially on personal devices and then on seatback screens from late December 2025.

The Starlink Wi-Fi service on Emirates will be free for all customers, across all cabins on Starlink-equipped aircraft, with simple one-click access that requires no payment or special Skywards membership.

Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said: "Partnering with Starlink is another defining moment in our continuous commitment to ensuring our customers ‘fly better’. 

“We're introducing the world's fastest Wi-Fi, elevating what passengers can expect from inflight connectivity, like seamless productivity, real-time communication with loved ones, and uninterrupted connection to their digital lives. But that's just one piece of the transformation happening across our fleet.

"Starlink is being installed in tandem with the most ambitious cabin refurbishment programme in aviation including brand new Premium Economy cabins, an enhanced Business Class, refreshed First Class, expanded and upgraded entertainment system technologies, and now, industry-leading connectivity.”

Chad Gibbs, VP of Starlink Business Operations, SpaceX, added: “With Starlink onboard your Emirates flight, you’ll be able to stream, game, and have seamless video calls, just as you can do on the ground. 

“We’re excited to transform Emirates’ travel experience and support the rapid installation of Starlink while maintaining focus on delivering overall quality of service.”

Starlink represents the latest enhancement to Emirates' onboard experience, which includes over 6,500 entertainment channels, the iconic A380 Onboard Lounge, and First-Class Shower Spa.

The rollout also reflects the scale of Emirates' nearly 220 aircraft retrofit programme. 

To date, 76 fully refurbished aircraft have entered service featuring Premium Economy, redesigned Business Class, refreshed First Class suites, and elevated finishes throughout.